Labelling of foodstuffs as the element of realization pro-healthy diet
Journal Title: Polish Journal of Public Health - Year 2012, Vol 122, Issue 1
Abstract
The need of change of dietary habits causes that provisions of the food law contain more and more mandatory information which can help fulfill consumers’ expectations. Some actions in this field are taken also by food producers. On the labels of food there is a lot of information, which can help people in composing a proper diet. This article discusses some elements of labeling, such as nutrition declaration, nutrition and health claims and also optional information concerning some nutrients in foodstuffs. Using this information is recommended in the everyday purchase of foodstuffs and is needed in prevention and treatment of diet-related diseases.
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Regina Wierzejska
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